Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Course